Bachelor of Science Honours in Biodiversity and Ecology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Biodiversity and Ecology is a one-year coursework honours degree at the Stellenbosch campus. It builds advanced research skills, theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in biological sciences and prepares graduates for postgraduate study or scientific careers in biodiversity and ecology.

Faculty: Science | Department: Botany and Zoology | Duration: One year | Intake: Applications for 2027 open 1 Apr 2026 and close 31 Oct 2026 (South African and international). | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Three components: a 60-credit research project, a 24-credit Generic Scientific Skills module and 36 credits of Theoretical Topics in Biodiversity Sciences. Assessment includes oral and written examinations, assignments, book reviews, seminars and a popular article; each component needs at least 50%.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BSc degree approved by the Departmental Postgraduate and Academic Committees with an average final mark of at least 60% for the appropriate third-year modules; supplementary work may be prescribed depending on background. Selection is competitive.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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